Systems Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Systems Engineer to join our team in Elyria, Ohio. This contract-to-permanent position involves managing and maintaining IT infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, security, and performance. The successful candidate will contribute to both daily operations and long-term IT strategies while supporting the organization’s technical needs and goals.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage systems, virtualization, and cloud-based services, to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
• Perform routine administrative tasks such as managing user permissions, configuring servers, monitoring systems, and updating network settings.
• Collaborate with IT leadership to develop and implement long-term strategies for infrastructure improvements and standardization.
• Enhance infrastructure security by applying updates, managing security tools, and training users on cybersecurity best practices.
• Provide support for help desk operations and participate in the on-call rotation to address technical issues promptly.
• Configure, test, and troubleshoot backup systems and disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity.
• Plan and execute IT projects, including upgrades, migrations, and new system implementations.
• Conduct user training sessions and recommend improvements to existing systems and processes.
• Manage IT budgets, research emerging technologies, procure equipment and software, and maintain detailed inventories of hardware and software assets.
• Support environmental management initiatives and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT systems engineering, with a proven track record of managing enterprise-level infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of VMware vSphere, Microsoft Windows Server / Desktop, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
• Familiarity with technologies such as Veeam Backup, DNS, DHCP, MDM solutions, and Azure Active Directory.
• Hands-on experience with Citrix technologies, Microsoft Exchange, and enterprise hardware.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work on-call and outside regular business hours as needed.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to balance immediate needs with long-term objectives.